Cheap Homes for Rent in Clayton County, GA from $300 (36 Rentals)

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property at 5980 Sherwood Pl

$895

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$895
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$895

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5980 Sherwood Pl

EllenwoodGA30294
property at 5980 Sherwood Pl

$895

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5980 Sherwood Pl

EllenwoodGA30294
property at 4524 Montclair Dr

$995

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4524 Montclair Dr

Forest ParkGA30297
property at 174 Cloud St

$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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174 Cloud St

JonesboroGA30236
property at 730 Hill St

$1,065

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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730 Hill St

Forest ParkGA30297
property at 147 Burnside St

$1,100

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$1,100
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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147 Burnside St, Unit 4

147 Burnside St
JonesboroGA30236

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property at 4548 Pine Dr

$1,250

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4548 Pine Dr

Forest ParkGA30297
property at 7620 Tara Rd

$1,250

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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7620 Tara Rd

JonesboroGA30236
property at 1569 Rock Cut Rd

$1,275

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1569 Rock Cut Rd

ConleyGA30288
property at 8437 Pineland Dr

$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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8437 Pineland Dr

JonesboroGA30238

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Cheapest Available Clayton County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Clayton County, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Blue Sky Landing in the Spring Valley neighborhood priced from $673. Poplar Springs Apartments in the Old National East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clayton County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blue Sky LandingThe Sunrise1BR,1BA$673
Poplar Springs Apartments1A1BR,1BA$799
Rhythm at RiverdaleSTUDIO PREMIERStudio,1BA$845
The Park at Palatine1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver1BR,1BA$875
Arrowhead Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath Townhome 890sf A1BR,1BA$899
Vineyard Pointe Apartments11BR,1BA$899
Southlake Cove1 bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Oak RunTwo Bedroom Garden Home2BR,1BA$941

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton County, GA

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clayton County area is the $0.99 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Maplewood Pointe in the starting from $1,484. The second greatest value Clayton County apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Rex Road Townhomes starting at $1,389 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Ft. Gillem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clayton County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Maplewood PointeThree Bedroom Townhome3BR,2.5BA$0.99
Rex Road Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.03
PinebrookeB Elite3BR,2BA$1.03
Centennial RidgeB12BR,1BA$0.99
Ascent at Riverdale2x2S FR2BR,2BA$1.00
Redwood RidgeB12BR,1.5BA$0.94
The Woods at SouthlakeTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.03
4880 Hale Rd, Unit B4880 Hale Rd2BR,1BA$0.90
Oak RunTwo Bedroom Garden Home2BR,1BA$0.99
Sheraton House Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.00

Frequently Asked Questions about Clayton County

What type of rentals are currently available in Clayton County?

There are currently 235 Apartments for Rent in Clayton County, GA with pricing that ranges from $525 to $3,104. There are also 540 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clayton County ranging from $360 to $5,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clayton County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clayton County ranges from $360 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,755.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Clayton County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clayton County range from $889 to $3,104, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $617 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.